Department for Communities and Social Inclusion ANNUAL REPORT 2012-13 Feedback on the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion Annual Report 2012-13 can be submitted via email to [email protected]. Comments provided will ensure that the requirements and expectations of stakeholders and members of the public are satisfied in the development of the annual report for the 2013-14 financial year. Office Address Riverside Centre North Terrace Adelaide SA 5000 Postal Address GPO Box 292 Adelaide SA 5001 Telephone (08) 8226 8800 © Government of South Australia, September 2013 ISSN 2200-8160 (Print) ISSN 2200-8179 (Online) ABN 11 525 031 744 The annual report is available from the website of the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion at www.dcsi.sa.gov.au. The information in this publication can be provided in an alternative format or another language on request. Please contact (08) 8413 9050. This annual report was prepared by Business Affairs, Financial Services, of the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion. Department for Communities and Social Inclusion Letter of Transmittal Hon Tony Piccolo MP Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion Minister for Social Housing Minister for Disabilities Minister for Youth Minister for Volunteers Hon Gail Gago MLC Minister for the Status of Women Hon Jennifer Rankine MP Minister for Multicultural Affairs Dear Ministers I am pleased to submit the annual report of the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion for the year ended 30 June 2013. This report highlights the many achievements of the department during the 2012-13 financial year, including our performance against the Seven Strategic Priorities of the South Australian Government and progress towards the targets of South Australia’s Strategic Plan. The report has been prepared in accordance with the Public Sector Act 2009, Public Finance and Audit Act 1987, and other legislation as required. Yours sincerely Ms Joslene Mazel Chief Executive Department for Communities and Social Inclusion 30 September 2013 Annual Report 2012-13 1 Table of Contents Letter of Transmittal........................................ 1 Risk Management and Internal Audit Services ............................................................ 80 Chief Executive’s Report ................................ 3 DCSI Client Feedback System ......................... 80 Privacy .............................................................. 81 About DCSI Information Sharing Guidelines ........................ 81 Our Vision.......................................................... 6 Procurement and Grants .................................. 82 Our Objectives................................................... 6 Our Values......................................................... 6 Corporate Reporting Organisational Structure.................................... 7 Reconciliation ................................................... 83 Strategic Plan 2013-2016.................................. 9 Carers Recognition Act 2005............................ 83 Disability Action Plan ........................................ 85 Our Performance Julia Farr Services (Trusts) Act 2007 ............... 85 Government’s Strategic Priorities.................... 10 Freedom of Information .................................... 86 South Australia’s Strategic Plan ...................... 11 Regional Impact Assessment Statements........................................................ 88 DCSI Scorecard............................................... 20 Greening of Government Operations Regional Service Integration Program ............ 21 Framework........................................................ 88 Social Housing................................................. 22 Energy Efficiency Action Plan........................... 90 Disability SA .................................................... 27 Asbestos Management in Government Disability and Domiciliary Care Services......... 34 Buildings ........................................................... 90 Communities and Partners.............................. 41 Urban Design Charter....................................... 90 Status of Women ............................................. 57 Overseas Travel ............................................... 91 Multicultural SA................................................ 60 Fraud................................................................. 92 Whistleblowers.................................................. 92 Our People Workplace Statistics ........................................ 62 Financial Reporting Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare ....... 69 Account Payment Performance........................ 93 College for Learning and Development........... 73 Consultants....................................................... 93 Contractual Arrangements................................ 94 Governance Arrangements Governance Principles .................................... 74 Financial Statements...................................... 98 Internal Governance Bodies............................ 75 Legislation ....................................................... 78 Our Locations and Contact Details............. 165 Boards and Committees.................................. 79 Acronyms ...................................................... 170 2 Department for Communities and Social Inclusion Chief Executive’s Report The 2012-13 financial year was the first full year of operation for the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI), which was created in October 2011 following machinery of government reforms. The year was both challenging and rewarding, as we worked to build strong and inclusive communities. On 21 February 2013, the Premier, the Hon Jay Weatherill MP, announced a Cabinet reshuffle which led to the Hon Tony Piccolo MP replacing the Hon Ian Hunter MLC as the Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion, Social Housing, Disabilities, Youth and Volunteers. I would like to thank Minister Hunter for his strong support for the department following his appointment in October 2011, particularly his leadership of major reforms in disability and social housing, and wish him well in his new portfolios. During 2012-13, the department achieved many highlights which support the Seven Strategic Priorities of the South Australian Government, in particular: Creating a vibrant city; Safe communities, healthy neighbourhoods; An affordable place to live; and Every chance for every child. Originally signed in December 2008, the National Partnership Agreement on Homelessness (NPAH) has achieved significant reforms to the homelessness sector across South Australia. The NPAH was due to expire on 30 June 2013. In April 2013, it was announced that the State Government had agreed to a transitional agreement which will allow service continuity while negotiations are undertaken with the Commonwealth Government for a new, longer term agreement. The transitional agreement secured $17.2 million to assist in reducing homelessness across the State, with both governments providing matched funding contributions of $8.62 million. On 8 February 2013, the UNO Apartments, located at 102 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, were officially opened by the Premier and the Hon Mark Butler MP, then Commonwealth Minister for Housing and Homelessness, with the Hon Tony Piccolo MP, Minister for Social Housing, and the Hon Jennifer Rankine MP, Minister for Education and Child Development, in attendance. The UNO Apartments provide a mix of social, affordable and general market housing in a single multi-unit building, and incorporates a youth homelessness service. In March 2013, the UNO Apartments were awarded the National Urban Development Institute of Australia National Award for Excellence in High Density Housing. In June 2013, the Premier announced a reform management package that involves the State Government working closely with the community housing sector to ensure South Australia has a strong social housing sector. Better Together will see the transfer of up to 5000 public housing properties to the community housing sector, with the initial transfer of 1000 properties to occur over the next 18 months. In July 2012, the State Government reached in-principle agreement with the Commonwealth Government for a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) launch site in South Australia. Commencing on 1 July 2013, the launch site will support children aged between birth and 14 years. Upon full implementation of the scheme in 2018-19, State Government funding for disability services will increase to $723 million. This once in a generation reform will, when fully operational, benefit more that 32 000 South Australians by providing them with greater choice and control over the supports they receive. Another major reform in disability is the new Individualised Funding approach, which also gives people choice and control over the services they receive and who provides them. Individualised Funding is being implemented in three stages, expanding on the previous trial of self-managed funding. Annual Report 2012-13 3 Stage 1 of Individualised Funding commenced in November 2012 and by 2014 all clients of Disability SA who receive six hours or more of support per week will be allocated a personal budget. Through Individualised Funding, South Australia will be well prepared for the full implementation of the NDIS from 2018. On 23 May 2013, eight Smart Living Apartments at Woodville West were officially opened. These apartments